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Tattoos are often seen as a way to showcase individuality, but they can be problematic in the WWE. Elayna Black, formerly known as Cora Jade in NXT, revealed that she received a tattoo on her chest without prior authorization from the company, which led to some consequences she now wishes she could change.
In an interview on Insights with Chris Van Vliet, Black discussed how she impulsively chose the tattoo after feeling the need for some “decoration” prior to her surgery. She stumbled upon a similar design on Pinterest during a tumultuous time and decided to go for it—without consulting WWE, which ended up causing her some trouble.
“It was before my boob job, so I thought, ‘I need something since I feel like I don’t have anything here.’ I saw a tattoo on Pinterest, thought it looked cool, and just went for it, not considering that WWE might not approve. I got in a bit of trouble for it.”
While Elayna didn’t specify the exact consequences from WWE, it was evident the tattoo caused her regret. As she reflects on her time in WWE, she admits to disliking the tattoo and wishes she could cover it up, although she’s fearful of the pain that would come with removing it.
“I would love to cover it up or remove it, but I’m scared because it probably hurts a lot.”
Despite her regrets about the tattoo on her chest, she feels fortunate to have avoided even more questionable ink ideas, such as getting the WWE logo behind her ears, opting instead for a wrestling ring design.
“I have a wrestling ring behind my ears now. I’m glad I didn’t get the WWE logo because I wouldn’t want that on me for life.”
Although Elayna Black has moved on from her WWE persona, this tattoo remains a permanent mark of a chapter in her life that she’s currently distancing herself from.
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Fan Take: This story illustrates the intense scrutiny WWE talent face regarding personal choices, including body art, which resonates with fans who admire their favorite wrestlers’ individuality. For the wrestling community, it showcases the balance between personal expression and professional image, highlighting the ongoing conversation about authenticity within the sport.
